MOST HOMEOWNERS SAY THEY LOVE THEIR HOUSE

Sometimes picking a house to buy can cause anxiety. After all, what if you choose the wrong one and aren't happy living there? What if there are structud will end up meaning costly renovations? It's hard to imagine that you could possibly cover all the potential issues in just a few walkthroughs. And so, it's natural to worry about buyer's remorse. But, according to a new survey, you might be worrying yourself unnecessarily. That's because, the results show an overwhelming majority of respondents said they love their current home. In fact, 83 percent of participants said they were happy in their house. To some degree, the responses fell along demographic lines, with people 55 years or older and retirees being the most likely groups to say they love their home and have no plans to move. Respondents between 18 and 34 were more likely to want to move. There were also regional differences. For example, residents in Boston and Detroit were more likely to say they like their current home and would rather renovate than move, while the survey found Los Angeles residents were the most likely to say they'd prefer a new house.
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VACATION/NIGHTLY RENTAL NEIGHBORHOODS IN CITIES SURROUNDING ST GEORGE, UTAH

The short term vacation/nightly rental real estate market is booming in the St. George Area. However, not all cities have the same rules when it comes to allowing a property to be used for this income generating investment. Below, I have listed the cities that surround St.  George, Utah - their policy on the matter, as well as, neighborhoods that are pre-approved for short term vacation/nightly rentals.  If you are interested in information about short term vacation/nightly rental properties in the city of St. George, go to this post . HURRICANE, UTAH The city of Hurricane allows short term rentals under 29 days. However, if it is a property that is not in a community pre-approved by the city, there is a waitlist to get the proper approval. The city of Hurricane only allows a percentage of its city to be short term rentals that are not full-time occupied by the owner. If you are on the waitlist, you are essentially waiting for someone to give up their short ter...
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VACATION/NIGHTLY RENTAL NEIGHBORHOODS - ST. GEORGE, UTAH

Short term rentals, vacation rentals, and nightly rentals are all very familiar terms in the St. George, Utah area. The demand for these types of properties outnumber the actual inventory on hand. The main reason being that St. George has strict rules about these types of income properties. Homes in the listing class "Single Family" are not allowed to be used as a short term rental, even if they are owner occupied full-time.  If you are interested in information about short term vacation/nightly rental properties in cities surrounding St. George, go to this post  go to this post . Below is a list of approved neighborhoods, in the city of St. George, that are allowed to have rentals less than 29 days.  IN BLOOMINGTON Bloomington Vacation Village IN GREEN VALLEY   Lofts at Green Valley   Las Palmas Resort Condos   Sports Village   Estancia IN ENTRADA   Shinava Ridge (units 24-39 only)   The Inn at Entrada ...
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WHAT TO EXPECT...WHEN YOU'RE EXPECTING TO BUY

So, you've decided to stop renting and start making your monthly rent payments go toward your future. This is a smart decision, but also uncharted territory, and can feel overwhelming to some. Here is a guide to run you through the play-by-play, so you understand the process and feel in control.  ________________________________________________________________________________ PHASE OF THE HOME BUYING PROCESS ________________________________________________________________________________ Once your offer has been accepted, and you are under contract on a home, here are the costs you can expect to pay between the acceptance day and the first year of ownership. THE RUNDOWN CASH YOU WILL NEED DURING ESCROW   1%-3% of Purchase Price         Earnest Money         1-4 days In $300-$800                                   ...
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TUACAHN CENTER FOR THE ARTS SCENIC AMPHITHEATRE - IVINS, UTAH

Tuacahn Center of the Arts, Scenic Amphitheatre is a 20 minute drive north, from downtown St. George, Utah. Things to do at T uacahn Amphitheatre: Concerts Musicals Events Saturday Market Car Show and Shine (every second Saturday) Restaurant Gift Gallery Directions to Tuacahn Amphitheatre: Tuacahn Amphitheatre Information: WWW.TUACAHN.ORG Interested in other activities in Southern Utah? Go to posts . If you would like more information on current homes available in the St. George, Utah area, visit  JanellaDAmoreHomes.com Schedule Appointment Licensed REALTOR® iPro Realty Network
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ZION NATIONAL PARK - UTAH

Utah's first designated National Park. Zion is a 1 hour drive northeast, from downtown St. George, Utah. Activities in Zion: Hiking - 7 Trails (ranging from an hour and a half to 12 hours, round trip) Guided Horseback Riding Camping - 3 Campgrounds  Lodging - Zion Lodge Directions to Zion National Park: Park Information: WWW.NPS.GOV Interested  in  other activities in Southern Utah?  Go to posts . If you would like more information on current homes available in the St. George, Utah area, visit  JanellaDAmoreHomes.com Schedule Appointment Licensed REALTOR® iPro Realty Network
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DO YOU NEED AN AGENT TO BUY NEW CONSTRUCTION?

Buying a newly constructed house from a builder is a little different than buying an older home from its owner. To start with, you aren't able to choose from a list of upgrades and customizations when buying an existing home. You're also entering a transaction with someone who has an attachment to the home they're selling and probably a different set of motivations than a builder whose livelihood depends on making a profit. In other words, it can feel, to a buyer, like the process of visiting a builder's sales office is so wholly different than buying an existing home that they may not need an experienced real estate agent to represent them. This, however, can be a mistake. After all, you're still entering into a major financial transaction with many variables and risks. You'll want to have someone with experience who can look after your best interests and make sure you're getting the best deal. Otherwise, you'll be working with a t...
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SNOW CANYON STATE PARK - IVINS, UTAH

  Snow Canyon is named after early mormon settlers, and distant relatives, Erastus and Lorenzo Snow. Both men were prominent figures of the LDS church during the 1800's. Part of the Red Mountains, and carved into the red and white Navajo sandstone, this state park contains geological features such as extinct cinder cones, lava tubes, lava flows and sand dunes. Snow Canyon is 15 minutes north, of downtown St. George. Activities in Snow Canyon: Hiking - 11 Trails (ranging from an hour and a half to 12 hours, round trip) HorseBack Riding Climbing Biking Directions to Snow Canyon State Park: Park Information: WWW.STATEPARKS.UTAH Interested in other activities in Southern Utah?  Go to posts . If you would like more information on current homes available in the St. George, Utah area, visit  JanellaDAmoreHomes.com Schedule Appointment Licensed REALTOR® iPro Realty Network
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BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK - UTAH

The world's largest collection of crimson  Hoodoos. Bryce Canyon really isn't a canyon at all, it is a collection of naturally formed amphitheatres. Bryce Canyon is a 2.5 hour drive northeast, from downtown St. George, Utah. Activities in Bryce Canyon: Geology Talks Rim Walks Snowshoe Hikes Full Moon Hikes Astronomy Programs Kids Programs Evening Programs Directions to Bryce Canyon National Park: Park Information: WWW.NPS.GOV Interested  in other activities in Southern Utah?  Go to posts . If you would like more information on current homes available in the St. George, Utah area, visit  JanellaDAmoreHomes.com Schedule Appointment Licensed REALTOR® iPro Realty Network